The governor opened the conversation by touching on a hot button issue in the recent legislative session – data center power usage and the POWER Act, which didn’t make it through to passing in Springfield. #pritzker #climate #centersquare
Balkema, R-Channahon, said the relocation shows Illinois needs to rethink its approach to economic policy. “I’m happy that that is occurring, but I also understand it,” Balkema said. “As I tour businesses throughout the district and the state, the top two things that businesses fear about Illinois and need help in is rules and regulations is absolutely the number one.” #centersquare #truevalue #buisness
Small business owner Ryan Garrett said the effects are already being felt. His Villa Grove bar and restaurant recently received a utility bill that was $1,000 higher than usual. #energy
“This will be a difficult summer for far too many customers, and we urge ComEd to do everything possible to work with people so they stay safe, cool and connected this summer,” CUB Executive Director Sarah Moskowitz said. #electric
Oral arguments in the ComEd rate case (Docket 24-0181) are scheduled for 10 a.m. Tuesday, and the ICC’s final order in the case is expected Dec. 5. #cub #comed
This rate hike is reportedly the largest by ComEd in eight years, and it would increase the average residential customer's monthly bill by about $2.20 beginning Jan. 1, 2023.
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